Venue Overview: Spruce Mountain Ranch is a picture-perfect mountain venue that combines rustic charm and timeless elegance. Their two properties (the Upper Ranch and Lower Ranch) have multiple venues for you to choose from.

Location from Denver: Spruce Mountain Ranch is great because you don’t have to deal with 1-70 traffic and it’s only 30 minutes south of Denver! It’s an especially good winter location if you want mountain views but also want to know you’ll be able to get to the venue sans ski traffic.

Venue Overview: The Surf Hotel exudes a charming European flair with cozy mountain town vibes. This wedding venue offers endless possibilities for your special day with several space options, like their stunning outdoor courtyard or a versatile ballroom. All this in a boutique style hotel in the middle of the mountains!

Location: Located in Buena Vista, CO (about 2.5 hours from Denver, almost 2 hours from Colorado Springs)

As we gather with our favorite people this holiday season, here are some tips to know when and how to take some quality snapshots.

Perfect Timing For Sunlit Shots:

As the winter sun sets early, around 4:30 p.m. in Denver in December, planning your family outing or photo session for 3:00 or earlier ensures optimal natural lighting.